Giants Place Rafael Devers on 60-Day IL, Ending Season

The San Francisco Giants placed star first baseman Rafael Devers on the 60-day injured list on September 13, 2026, ending his season due to a core muscle injury. The move comes after Devers played through the injury for much of the year, with the team stating he managed it for several months while producing at an elite level. Devers is scheduled to travel to Philadelphia on September 15 to be evaluated by Dr. William Meyers, a specialist who recently operated on Giants third baseman Matt Chapman. Surgery is probable if recommended following the examination, with a potential procedure as early as September 16. The recovery timeline for such a procedure is typically six to eight weeks. Manager Tony Vitello said Devers had been dealing with the injury for several years and was relieved to receive a diagnosis and a long-term solution. "I think if he had his choice, he'd be in the lineup today," Vitello said. Despite the injury, Devers posted a strong 2026 season, batting .258 with 37 home runs, 98 RBIs, and an MLB-leading 36 doubles. He played in 309 consecutive games before being out of the lineup on September 10.